Palm Springs to Midland Flights

Palm Springs International Airport

For passengers looking for flights from Palm Springs International Airport, Orbitz.com has some great deals. Located off of Kirk Douglas Way, the airport is about two miles from downtown. Several airlines, including Alaska Airlines, Delta Connection, United Express and US Airways, have year-round flights. Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air and Sun County Airlines offer seasonal trips from Palm Springs.

Parking at Palm Springs International

Three parking lots are located outside the main terminal. Rates range from $1.00 every 20 minutes to $12.00 a day for a 24-hour period.

Transportation to the Airport

For guests looking for transportation to the airport, taxis, public transportation, and shuttles are available. The three main cab companies serving the airport are American Cab, Desert City Cab and Yellow Cab of the Desert. Rates for taxis may vary depending on where the passenger is picked up. Reservations for all cabs can be made ahead of time. Several of the hotels and resorts in the Palm Springs region offer a free shuttle service to the airport. At Your Service, Skycap Shuttle and R&C Express are all companies that provide a ride to the airport for a flat rate. The Sun Line Transit Agency is the local public transportation service offering rides to the airport. Line 24 takes passengers directly to the airport for $1.00.

Restaurants at the Airport

Inside the airport are a number of intriguing restaurant options. Passengers who need their morning coffee and pastry fix can visit Starbucks in the Courtyard. Over in the new concourse, visitors will find the La Brea Bakery & Palm Springs Tap Room Bar. With a full service bar and a variety of sandwich options, guests can have an afternoon snack and drink before their flight. The restaurant offers food orders to go as well. For more information on low-fare flights from Palm Springs, check out Orbitz.com.

Midland International Airport

Most flights to Midland go through the Midland International Airport. Located just eight miles from the business district in the city, you can find cheap flights to Midland through United Express, American Eagle, or Southwest Airlines. The airport is one of the top 10 in the state of Texas, and the owners revamped the original terminal building in the late 1990s. Orbitz.com offers discounts and deals on flights arriving in Midland every day.

Popular Transportation Options

Once you arrive at the airport, you can reach your hotel by car, taxi, or shuttle. Clarion Hotel, Baymont Inn and Suites, Holiday Inn, and several other hotels have shuttles available for guests. AAA Taxi and A-1 Taxi pick up travelers from the hotel and take them to stops around Midland. You also have the option of renting a car through Alamo, Budget, Avis, Dollar, and several other companies.

Weather Conditions and Climate

If you visit Midland during the summer, make sure you keep sunscreen on hand. The harsh summers can have highs in the low 90s, weeks with no rain, and even sandstorms. The winters are much milder, and even though the temperatures sometimes drop below freezing, you can expect temperatures in the 50s.

Cultural Attractions in the City

Many visitors come to Midland for the cultural activities and attractions, including the McCormick Gallery, Midland-Odessa Symphony & Chorale, and Midland Community Theatre. Before you book cheap flights to Midland, look for discounted tickets to some of these great attractions through Orbitz.com.